Fenix Marine Services (FMS) is a major container terminal operator at the Port of Los Angeles, located on Terminal Island. Formerly known as APL Terminal, Fenix Marine handles containers for several major shipping lines and is one of the largest terminals in the San Pedro Bay port complex.
Fenix Marine Terminal tracking allows freight forwarders to monitor container status through their online portal at fenixmarineservices.com, including availability, holds, and appointment scheduling.
As one of the primary gateways for transpacific trade, Fenix Marine Services handles significant volume from Asia to the United States. For freight forwarders, FMS is notable for:
Understanding Fenix Marine’s appointment system and tracking tools is essential for forwarders managing high-volume Los Angeles imports and exports.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Fenix Marine Services |
| Location | 300 Ferry St, Terminal Island, CA 90731 |
| Port | Port of Los Angeles |
| FIRMS Code | Y258 |
| Size | 290+ acres |
| Berths | 5 deep-water berths |
| Cranes | 14 ship-to-shore gantry cranes |
| On-Dock Rail | Yes - served by BNSF and Union Pacific |
| Website | fenixmarineservices.com |
Visit fenixmarineservices.com and navigate to the tracking/container inquiry section.
Provide: - Container number (e.g., CMAU1234567) - Or Bill of Lading number - Or Booking reference
The FMS system displays: - Vessel/voyage information - Discharge date and time - Current yard location - Hold status (customs, freight, terminal, carrier) - Last Free Day (LFD) - Available for pickup status - Appointment availability
Once container shows available: 1. Log into the appointment system 2. Select available time slot 3. Confirm truck and driver information 4. Receive appointment confirmation number
| Day | Gate Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1st shift) |
| Monday - Friday | 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM (2nd shift, varies) |
| Saturday | Limited hours (varies) |
| Sunday | Closed |
Important Notes: - Gate hours change frequently—always verify at fenixmarineservices.com - 2nd shift (night gates) may require separate appointments - PierPass fees apply during peak daytime hours
Fenix Marine Services requires appointments for most transactions:
| Transaction Type | Appointment Required |
|---|---|
| Import pickup | Yes |
| Export delivery | Yes |
| Empty return | Yes |
| Dual transactions | Yes |
Tip: Book appointments early—popular time slots fill quickly, especially for high-demand containers.
Fenix Marine Services (FMS) is a container terminal operator at the Port of Los Angeles on Terminal Island. Formerly the APL Terminal, it handles containers for CMA CGM, APL, and other major carriers.
Visit fenixmarineservices.com and use the container tracking function. Enter your container number to view status including yard location, holds, Last Free Day, and appointment availability.
The FIRMS code for Fenix Marine Services is Y258. Use this code for customs clearance documentation and trucker dispatch instructions.
Fenix Marine Services handles containers for CMA CGM, APL, ANL, and alliance partners including COSCO, Evergreen, and OOCL on certain services.
Yes, appointments are required for import pickups, export deliveries, and empty returns. Book through the FMS online appointment system.
Standard first shift hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Second shift and Saturday hours vary—check fenixmarineservices.com for current schedules.
Fenix Marine Services is located at 300 Ferry St on Terminal Island in the Port of Los Angeles, CA 90731. Access via Vincent Thomas Bridge or Terminal Island Freeway.
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